University of California Irvine

Junior Specialist - (Bilingual: English/Spanish) Dr. Yassa Lab

Position overview
Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $51,300-$54,600. See Specialist Series - Represented Fiscal Year

Application Window

Open date: February 26, 2024

Most recent review date: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Tuesday, Feb 25, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The University of California, Irvine, Department of Neurobiology and Behavior, seeks a bilingual Junior Specialist, fluent in English and Spanish, for research in learning and memory at the Translational Neuroscience Laboratory (TNL). The TNL is a NIH-funded multi-project laboratory which focuses on integrative neuroscience research on learning and memory mechanisms with translational applications to education, technology, and clinical disorders.

The Junior Specialist will work within the study team of researchers in the lab focusing on a large NIA-funded research study investigating biomarkers for cognitive impairment. Duties include study participant recruitment, screening, visit scheduling, neuropsychological and cognitive assessment administration, particularly in a Spanish-speaking participant population. Duties will also include data entry and analysis and additionally will collect Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) data from study participants (experience with MR Image acquisition is helpful, but training will be provided as necessary).
This position is offered at a 100%-time appointment for one year with the potential to renew annually.

Salaries are based on University of California salary scales, which are dependent on academic rank and step, and commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates should submit an application at https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF08882

QUALIFICATIONS
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Required: 1) Bachelor's or Master's degree in psychology, neuroscience, neuroimaging, or related field,
2) Excellent oral and written communication skills,
3) Fluency in English and Spanish for reading research protocols, documenting data into charts, and communicating with research participants,
4) Exceptional record-keeping, organizational, and time-management skills and ability to multi-task,
5) Ability to build and maintain rapport with research participants, colleagues, and international collaborators.

Desired: 1) Human subjects research experience including knowledge of IRB, NIH, HIPAA and other regulatory rules and requirements, 2) Experience collecting Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) data from human subjects, 3) Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.

Lab: http://yassalab.org/
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Accepting all applicants
Application Requirements
Document requirements

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  Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
  
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  Cover Letter (Optional)
  
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  Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement - Statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to inclusive excellence will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence. See our guidance for writing an inclusive excellence activities statement.
  (Optional)
  
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  Statement of Research (Optional)
  
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  Misc / Additional (Optional)
  
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  Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the following form with their application: Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form
  

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF08882

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Job location
Irvine, Ca

To apply, visit https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF08882





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